LU5 4DQ is a safe, established residential area on Ash Grove, 1.0km from Dunstable in Dunstable. Administratively it sits within Dunstable-Manshead ward and the South West Bedfordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, LU5 4DQ represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 13.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LU5 4DQ are sourced from Output Area E00088801 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASH GROVE, LU5 4DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASH GROVE, LU5 4DQ.
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44
£ 44,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LU5 4DQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
LU5 4DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LU5 4DQ. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 138,500
10 sales · Mean £ 135,850
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LU5 4DQ has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Priory Academy
St. Augustine's Academy
Watling Lower School
Hadrian Academy
Willow Nursery School
Dunstable Icknield Lower School
Ardley Hill Academy
The Vale Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Vrancea Mini Market1.0 km
- Angel Convenience Store0.7 km
- Sweeeeeetz0.7 km
- Londis (Branss Food & Wine)0.5 km
- Premiere Convenience Store0.5 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Highwayman Hotel1.0 km
- Holiday Inn Express Dunstable1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Old Sugar Loaf0.9 km
- The Nags Head1.0 km
- The Froth 'n' Elbow0.5 km
- United Services Club0.5 km
- The Market Cross0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Anarkali Restaurant0.5 km
- Catering Academy0.5 km
- Costa Ltd0.8 km
- Priory House Tea Rooms0.7 km
- Starbucks0.5 km
- + 30 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Fish Master0.7 km
- Hoi Wan Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- McDonald's0.5 km
- The Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Elcin Food Centre0.7 km
- Minutka Polish Shop0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leagrave4.1 km
- Luton6.5 km
- Luton Airport6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Station Road0.2 km
- Boscombe Road0.3 km
- Boscombe Road0.4 km
- Priory View0.4 km
- Priory View0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: LU54DQ · Data under Open Government Licence